Lyon vs Paris

Lyon and Paris are closely matched in July. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Lyon sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Paris is also comfortable at 24°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Paris is the stronger choice in July. Lyon receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lyon reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Paris averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Lyon receives approximately 76 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Paris sees 54 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Paris the drier option by 1 rain day and 22 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.